Description

Start your morning with the cozy aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls with a twist—these Soft & Flavorful Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls are inspired by the classic Italian dessert. Soft, fluffy layers of dough are swirled with a coffee-cinnamon filling and topped with creamy mascarpone frosting. Perfect for brunch, a special weekend treat, or a holiday morning, these rolls combine comfort and indulgence in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
½ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons milk

For the Mascarpone Frosting:

8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk, as needed

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Instructions

In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the yeast mixture. Slowly incorporate flour and salt until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, softened butter, instant coffee granules, and milk until well combined.
Roll the dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
Starting from the long edge, roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam to seal. Cut into 12 even rolls and place in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
Cover the rolls and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Tent with foil if tops brown too quickly.
Beat mascarpone cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add milk as needed for desired consistency.
Allow rolls to cool for 10–15 minutes, then spread frosting generously over warm rolls.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Ensure milk is warm, not hot, to activate yeast properly.
Dough should be soft but slightly sticky; add flour sparingly if needed.
Frosting can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Unbaked rolls can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before baking.
Substitute cream cheese and a bit of heavy cream if mascarpone is unavailable.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes